New concept for the the virtual race

♠ Posted by Paul Naylor

I have recently organized a virtual race called The Cable Car Half Marathon, and I have mentioned in a previous post that I wanted to give back to the running community. So this is what I have come up with. This is something I'm trying out, so I really don't even know if this concept is going to work.... I'm really hoping it'll work! So here it is! Runners can sign up to refer the virtual race to others. The runners will have a unique referral code that others will use during registration. The site, www.justrunyourcity.com will track all registrants. For every runner that you refer, you will receive compensation for that referral! Let me say that again: You will receive compensation(Money!!) for every registration you refer!! Pretty cool right??!! Runners who refer, you will be paid via PayPal after the close of the event. And the payout structure I try to keep simple: $8.00 for every referral. That's it! There is no confusing tier structure. Just a flat $8.00 for...

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I created a virtual race

♠ Posted by Paul Naylor

I have thought about this project for some time. I have put together a virtual race! I have done a few virtual races in the past and have enjoyed the experience. A great concept: register for a race, submit a time and receive a finisher medal. Many runners look at this as a great option from a traditional race. The registration fees are not as high. There is no travel to a race. There is no cost that comes from participating in a race such as travel fees, lodging fees, food, etc.. I have met many runners who would register for a virtual race even if they do many traditional races throughout...

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Mt.Charleston Marathon - Race Recap......Part 1

♠ Posted by Paul Naylor

The Mt. Charleston Marathon - where do I start with this one? The race was over before it began. I hate saying that because it is so negative, but looking back, I probably should have sat this one out. This was a race I've been looking forward to since Revel Races announced it several months ago. I really enjoy their events and to have one in my hometown Vegas is awesome. Much training went into the months leading up to the race with an eye on a BQ. Nutrition was on point. Gear was set, and all that was left was to run the race. I arrived near the finish line and made my way toward the buses....

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Six Races so far in 2015

♠ Posted by Paul Naylor

These six months have gone by fast, and running a race each month makes it goes by faster. This has been a goal since late last year, to run a race every month. It gets hard sometimes, from training, traveling, the costs, etc.. But its worth it all this [trouble], I have enjoyed every race. Here is a brief review of these races: St. George Half Marathon:      Coming back from a foot injury, my time was not ideal. But my first time running the St.George Half  Marathon was incredible. This was my second qualifying race for the St. George Marathon later this year. I love...

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Three Marathons later this year - Let the training begin.

♠ Posted by Paul Naylor

I'm officially registered to run in three marathons later this year. I'll be in Santa Rosa, CA for their race the third weekend in August. I'll head up to Northern Utah three weeks later to run Big Cottonwood Canyon Marathon(my favorite race). A few weeks later, I'll run in the St. George Marathon the first weekend in October. I'm looking to one of these races to qualify for Boston. First race in Santa Rosa is 90 days away. I'm already excited for race and to run in California. The course takes runners through vineyard fields before the finish line in downtown. I first heard of...

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Preparing for your first 1/2 marathon

♠ Posted by Paul Naylor

Made a resolution to run a ½ marathon this year? Well let me first say: Congratulations! I applaud you! You’re entering a world full of possibilities and hundreds of new friendships. There will be challenges along the way, but also incredible triumphs. You may have started running already, and thats good. You may have also got comfortable with your running, but the thought of running in your first race might seem a bit overwhelming. As your ½ marathon gets closer, you will need to begin your preparation. If you are not sure how to prepare for your first race, I’m hoping this post will help....

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Getting to know your race

♠ Posted by Paul Naylor

After training for weeks leading up to a race, one of the worst feelings is getting to the race and not knowing what is going on. Many veteran runners will study a race before the day of the race, so they know what going to happen throughout the weekend. Most of the race information is posted on their website and social media page. If you don’t see information that you’re looking for, you can always send in a question to the race director. Here is some information that you would want to look up before the race: Race fees: If you can, register for a race early. Most races have better prices...

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St George Half Marathon - Race Recap

♠ Posted by Paul Naylor

First race of the year is in the books, and the St.George Half Marathon was a great race to bring in the New Year. This is my second race in St.George, and I love the scenery this city has. I love running along the red rock. Now that I have ran this half marathon, I’m now guaranteed in the St. George Marathon this October. Its awesome knowing that I won’t have to deal with the lottery for the race. The City of St. George has a racing series where many races take place through out the year. They have a few select races that if two are ran before October, then select runners can enter the...

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Rehab and Sprained Ankle

♠ Posted by Paul Naylor

Here’s how to treat and rehab a sprained ankle—and make sure it doesn’t happen again. With the fall upon us, runners are out and about on their favorite running trails. Unfortunately, running over leaf-covered roots and fallen branches for the increases the likelihood that you’ll end up with a sprained ankle. This injury is surprisingly common. In the United States alone, 23,000 people sprain their ankle each day, and the medical costs associated with treating ankle sprains exceeds $1.1 billion annually. To make matters worse, these numbers do not take into account the long-term disability...

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Run Surf City Marathon - Race Recap

♠ Posted by Paul Naylor

The 2015 Surf City Marathon is now in the books! This race was a reminder as to why I don’t run the full marathon distance all the time, yet still glad I participated. This is by far not my last marathon, I still have to run Boston. This was one of the best scenery races I’ve ran, especially the time spent running through Huntington Beach Central Park. Running through that park was the best part of the race. The short time spent there was incredible. With the sun rising and showing through the trees and morning mist, truly breathtaking. Seeing so many little kids just there to cheer you on...

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